Yan’an Population 2026
Yan’an has a population of 475,234, making it the #298 biggest city in 🇨🇳 China, located in Shaanxi. It is about 52× smaller than Shanghai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
475,234
Rank in China
#298
Coordinates
36.60°N, 109.49°E
~960 m elevation · Asia/Shanghai
Distance to capital (Beijing)
706 km
438 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Shaanxi
Cities near Yan’an
FAQ
What is the population of Yan’an?
Yan’an has a population of 475,234 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #298 biggest city in China.
What region is Yan’an in?
Yan’an is located in Shaanxi, China.
Is Yan’an the capital of China?
No, the capital of China is Beijing, about 706 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.